Natural Ways to Support Healthy Elimination

Here’s a comprehensive list of natural solutions to get your digestive system up and working at an optimal level! It starts with developing a healthy elimination pattern.

PURE CLEAN WATER

One of the best things you can do is make sure you are drinking enough water because the colon needs to be hydrated!

Drinking a large glass first thing in the morning is a great way to hydrate and get things moving after a long night in bed. Eight 8-ounce glasses per day are generally recommended.

I like to squeeze 1/4 of a lemon into my glass and sit out on my back deck. It’s a wonderful way to wake up!

HEALTHY ELIMINATION SUPPLEMENTS

Triphala – An Ayurvedic preparation comprised of three herbal components: amalaki, haritaki and bibhitaki. Triphala serves the purpose of a purgative laxative as well as a lubricating bulk laxative.

Artichoke – Supports liver function and enhances healthy bile flow.

Magnesium Citrate – Magnesium helps to increase the strength and regularity of the intestine's muscular contractions and relaxes the nervous system. You will know you have reached too high of a dose if you start to experience loose stools. If you experience this, cut back and find the optimal amount for your body.

FloraLiv– Protect your system from the inside! With 10 billion probiotic bacteria per serving, FloraLiv’s intestinal benefits are boosted by the prebiotic fiber and vitamins and minerals it contains. Daily consumption of FloraLiv helps your body regenerate and balance its intestinal flora which is necessary for the absorption of nutrients, as well as for maintaining a healthy immune system. FloraLiv is a Clean Label product.

Liquid Fibra– Punctuality: a virtue in your digestive system! Soluble fiber and micronutrients join forces to nourish your intestinal flora which aids in the cleansing of the digestive tract and helps eliminate waste. Liquid Fibra also creates an environment where vitamins, minerals and nutrients are better absorbed by the body. Liquid Fibra is a Clean Label product.

FOODS

Cultured Foods – This is one of my favorite types of food for everyone to learn how to make and add to your diet. Beneficial organisms crowd out harmful microbes that may impair digestion and elimination. Add foods such as plain yogurt, sauerkraut and miso to your weekly diet.